1982 Maserati 420 vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati 420 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 1999 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | 420 | Spider |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
